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as in thrill
a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings
the lavish spectacle results in one exhilaration after another
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as in ecstasy
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
the exhilaration of victory that spectators get to witness at the Olympic Games
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Recent Examples of exhilaration
Markus, like Hagerty, agreed that drivers are searching for sports cars that provide exhilaration and visceral feedback without the assistance of electrification.
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Morgan Korn, ABC News, 27 July 2025
Experiences such as the exhilaration of standing on a mountain peak, the sensory delight of walking along a sandy beach or the intellectual stimulation of immersing oneself in diverse cultural and historical city centers can offer profound personal value.
—Dana Dunne, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
From an early age, Rose Valland’s exhilaration was art.
—Erin Douglass, Christian Science Monitor, 29 May 2025
There’s that wonderful exhilaration of being invited into a movie with a great director, great cast, great script and the euphoria of being asked to play in the company as an artist.
—Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
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Morgan Korn, ABC News, 27 July 2025
Experiences such as the exhilaration of standing on a mountain peak, the sensory delight of walking along a sandy beach or the intellectual stimulation of immersing oneself in diverse cultural and historical city centers can offer profound personal value.
—Dana Dunne, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
From an early age, Rose Valland’s exhilaration was art.
—Erin Douglass, Christian Science Monitor, 29 May 2025
There’s that wonderful exhilaration of being invited into a movie with a great director, great cast, great script and the euphoria of being asked to play in the company as an artist.
—Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exhilaration
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Little ones will love Ketchakiddee Creek’s mini slides and splash zones, while thrill seekers can take on the Surf Pool, North America’s largest wave pool, or join the whole family on a giant raft adventure through Miss Adventure Falls.—
Martie Bowser,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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That’s when the twists, turns and thrills start.—
Carole Horst,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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According to the Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner's Office, in October 2023, Reece's death was ruled an accident resulting from acute toxicity due to a combination of cocaine, ethanol (alcohol), and MDMA (commonly known as ecstasy or Molly).—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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No moment better captures the agony and ecstasy that sport provides than the contrasting emotions of two teams that have just contested a major final.—
Amanda Davies,
CNN Money,
28 Aug. 2025
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The #Eagles’ trade for Tank Bigsby is in part due to a need for another kick returner, sources say.—
Matt Wadleigh,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Sporting was awarded the spot kick after a video review revealed Shapi Suleymanov had been fouled while dribbling in on goal.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
8 Sep. 2025
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As a band that, with each album, has been traveling more towards joy, play, and relief, Laraaji makes sense as a collaborator.—
Emma Madden,
Pitchfork,
4 Sep. 2025
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In more recent versions, joy is emphasized over shame.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
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It is largely characterized by manic episodes (periods of elation and hyperactivity), which are then followed by depressive episodes (sadness and depression).—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The pure elation has been shared thousands of times over the internet already.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
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Advertisement Advertisement The American Dream—the promise of happiness and financial success through hard work—has, of course, never truly been attainable to all.—
Alice Lassman,
Time,
8 Sep. 2025
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And though Bezos hasn’t bought Vogue for his new bride as was reported for a while, and the two did reportedly sign a prenup, none of that seems to be affecting their current happiness.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
8 Sep. 2025
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The initial touch marks the transition from regular life—chitchat, logistics, social armor—to the otherworldly realm of the massage, in which mind and body are uniquely harmonized, and some kind of euphoria is achieved.—
Sarah Larson,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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Eating mushrooms that contain psilocybin can have various effects, ranging from euphoria to hallucinations, according to the agency.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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In water, adults enjoy Aurora’s partnership with SCUBA SHACK, Anguilla’s only PADI 5-Star Dive Resort, while kids find their heaven at the massive waterpark, complete with slides and a lazy river.—
Baz Dreisinger,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Eccentric Lamb Fiber Arts is a crafter’s heaven and community hub, with fibers, tools, and classes for knitters, crocheters, weavers, and more.—
Angela Lian,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Exhilaration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exhilaration. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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